2007 BMW 120 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 494 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 120 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
